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ne·crot·ic pulp
necrosis of the dental pulp that clinically does not respond to thermal stimulation; the tooth may be asymptomatic or sensitive to percussion and palpation.
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ne·crot·ic pulp
(nĕ-krot'ik pŭlp) Necrosis of the dental pulp that clinically does not respond to thermal stimulation; the tooth may be asymptomatic or sensitive to percussion and palpation.
Synonym(s):
dead pulp,
nonvital pulp.
Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012
ne·crot·ic pulp
(nĕ-krot'ik pŭlp) Necrosis of dental pulp that clinically does not respond to thermal stimulation; tooth may be asymptomatic or sensitive to percussion and palpation.
Synonym(s):
dead pulp,
nonvital pulp.
Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012
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